Grounds Maintenance & Cleaning Team Leader

Pinnacle Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Statutory benefits

Job summary

Pinnacle Group is seeking a proactive Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Team Leader to join our Soft FM team based in Chichester. The role covers various housing sites including general needs estates, sheltered blocks and extra care facilities.

You will lead a hands-on team delivering grounds maintenance and cleaning services across Buckinghamshire and Berkshire, organizing daily tasks and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience managing and leading operational cleaning teams.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site checks and undertake cleaning and grounds maintenance inspections.
• Quote jobs and arrange additional works.
• Report repairs and maintenance in communal areas.
• Advise manager of equipment and materials to order.
• Ensure all machinery is safe to operate.
• Cover grounds maintenance duties: mowing, weeding, strimming, litter picking.
• Cover cleaning duties: mopping, dusting, sweeping hard surfaces.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Operational management

Driving licence

Tools

Carpet cleaning machines

Jet washing equipment

Graffiti removal systems

Scrubber dryers

Job description

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Grounds Maintenance & Cleaning Team Leader

Job Reference P3029b

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Hours:

37.5

Closing Date:

04/12/2026

Region / Division:

FM

Business Unit:

Soft FM

Job Introduction

Pinnacle Group are looking for a proactive and hands‑on Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Team Leader to join our Soft FM team based in Chichester who cover numerous different housing sites including general needs estates, sheltered accommodation blocks and extra care facilities .

Our Soft Facilities Management division delivers essential services to homes, schools, universities and public sector organisations – including housing providers and blue light authorities . We focus on creating clean, safe and welcoming environments, with a commitment to quality, community impact and customer care .

Working from our Chichester office, you’ll lead a team delivering high‑quality grounds maintenance, gardening and cleaning services across a diverse portfolio of sites throughout Buckinghamshire and Berkshire . In this role, you will be responsible for organising daily tasks, supervising site standards, ensuring works are completed safely and also completing ad‑hoc grounds maintenance and cleaning duties yourself

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in excellent service delivery, and is confident in motivating and guiding others .

This is a full time position contracted for 37.5 hours per week, working 8AM-4PM Monday to Friday

Who we are

Pinnacle Group is a market-leading national provider of housing, neighbourhood and workplace services. With over thirty years of experience, we deliver expert, place‑based management and maintenance solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the communities we serve.

We’re a people‑first organisation with a values- driven culture that has stood the test of time -reflected in the way we care for both our employees and our customers .

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who not only meets the key criteria below but also embraces our core values – Trust , Respect, Involve, Challenge , and Deliver Excellence – and is committed to earning and maintaining the confidence of our clients and communities .

Key responsibilities

• Conducting regular site checks and undertaking cleaning and grounds maintenance inspections.
• Quoting jobs and arranging additional works.
• Reporting required repairs and maintenance in communal area.
• Adv​ising manager of equipment and materials that need to be ordered.
• Ensuring all machinery is a safe working.
• Covering grounds maintenance duties - mowing, weeding, strimming and litter picking.
• Covering cleaning duties - mopping, dusting and sweeping hard surfaces.

Key requirements

• Previous cleaning supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience managing and leading operational cleaning teams.
• Strong knowledge of specialist cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Practical experience using equipment such as carpet cleaning machines, jet washing equipment, graffiti removal systems, scrubber dryers and other specialist cleaning machinery.
• Experience delivering deep cleaning and specialist cleaning services.
• Full UK driving licence.

Our offer

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. The more varied our workforce, the better we can understand , reflect and meet the needs of the communities we serve. That’s why we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – especially those who represent the communities we work with every day .

As a colleague, you’ll be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where you’re encouraged to thrive. We’re committed to helping you reach your full potential through continuous learning, development opportunities and career progression .

In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave, we offer a wide range of additional benefits tailored to your role and business area, including: